Brocksbushes Pumpkin & Fruit Farm
Updated: Oct 2
Brocksbushes Farm, Corbridge, Northumberland NE43 7UB
Farm Shop: Mon–Sat 9am–5:30pm, Sun 10am–5pm.
PYO and seasonal activities: check brocksbushes.co.uk on the day before visiting.
Free on-site parking 30–35 minutes from Newcastle via A69 west
Brocksbushes Pumpkin Experience Returns for 2026 with Immersive Halloween Magic
Brocksbushes Farm Shop is thrilled to announce the return of its much-loved Pumpkin Experience this October, promising families its biggest and most immersive event yet.
Running throughout October, the Northumberland attraction will once again welcome thousands of visitors to enjoy homegrown pumpkin picking, family activities, seasonal food and drink, photo opportunities, live entertainment and much more.
New for 2026, visitors can expect to encounter a host of roaming characters throughout the pumpkin patch, bringing the experience to life for younger guests. From magical encounters to surprise interactions, the entertainment has been designed to create memorable moments and add an extra touch of Halloween fun.
The Pumpkin Experience features a range of exciting attractions, including the return of the popular pumpkin carving tent, a magical ‘Witches Way’, Baby Brocks Pumpkin Patch, a brand-new Monster Pumpkin Castle and family-friendly rides and inflatables. Guests can also enjoy delicious food from local vendors, Brocksbushes Bites, Fire & Dough, The Street Diner & The Churros Van, alongside special Pumpkin Twilight Sessions featuring live music, street food, seasonal drinks and twinkling lights among the patch.
This year the Brocksbushes Farm team planted 155,000 pumpkins and squash with over 40+ varieties, offering plenty of choice for carving, decorating and cooking.
"Our team work incredibly hard to grow our pumpkins right here on the farm," said Harry Dickinson, Director of Brocksbushes. "The hot weather has certainly presented some challenges this year, and while visitors may notice fewer giant pumpkins than usual due to the lack of rain, we're delighted to have produced as always a wonderful variety of shapes, sizes and colours."
Entry to the Pumpkin Experience starts from just £3.50 per person, with a Family Ticket available for £12 for up to five people, making it an affordable autumn day out for families across the North East.
Located just 10 minutes from Hexham and 30 minutes from Newcastle, Brocksbushes Pumpkin Experience returns for its seventh year and has become a seasonal tradition for many families, combining homegrown produce with unforgettable family entertainment in the heart of Northumberland.
Tickets must be booked online in advance and are expected to sell quickly during peak dates.
Strawberry PYO: by weight, approx. £3–5 per punnet.
Soft play: approx. £5.50–6.50 per child. All ages.
Soft play best for 1–8 year olds.
A working farm near Corbridge with pick-your-own strawberries in summer, pumpkin picking in October, an indoor soft play barn, and a well-regarded farm shop and café. PYO is seasonal and weather-dependent, always verify on the website before travelling.
